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The Prince and the Pauper

Based On the book by Mark Twain

The Prince and the Pauper is a 1937 film adaptation of the 1881 novel of the same name by Mark Twain. It starred Errol Flynn, twins Billy and Bobby Mauch in the title roles, and Claude Rains and has been described as "a kids' fantasy". The film was originally intended to coincide with the planned coronation of Edward VIII in 1936. However, its release was delayed until the following year.

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Release date:
1937
Cast:
Errol Flynn, Billy Mauch, Claude Rains, Barton MacLane, Henry Stephenson
Country:
United States
Language:
English
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Book vs Film

Cover of The Prince and the Pauper
The Book · 1881

The Prince and the Pauper

Mark Twain

★ 3.8 / 5 39 ratings · Open Library
Poster for The Prince and the Pauper
The Film · 1937

The Prince and the Pauper

William Dieterle, William Keighley

★ 7.2 / 10 3,164 votes · IMDb

Reached the screen 56 years after publication.

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